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MU51 FBB

2001 Suzuki VL125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,796 mi
Last recorded30,796 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Suzuki VL12512,762 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 FBB
MakeSuzuki
ModelVL125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2015 30,796 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake hose in sleeves.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jul 2015 30,796 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front brake hose in sleeves.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 28,233 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

rear reg plate poor cond

Fail 21 Jul 2014 28,233 miles

Front Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

rear reg plate poor cond

Pass 19 Jul 2013 27,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

offside front indicator loose

rear number plate cracked

Fail 19 Jul 2013 27,269 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

offside front indicator loose

rear number plate cracked

Fail 17 Jul 2012 26,224 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,224 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 24,927 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 24,707 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2010 24,707 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 24,661 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear tyre flat

Pass 3 Nov 2006 23,574 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 23,574 miles

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 20,813 miles

Front Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

How Reliable is the Suzuki VL125?

Based on 18,629 MOT tests across 1,764 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
767
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 350
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 333
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 310
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 288
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 261
Full Suzuki VL125 reliability report

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MU51 FBB is a 2001 Suzuki VL125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki VL125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 12,762 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki VL125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MU51 FBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki VL125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Suzuki VL125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MU51 FBB is a 2001 Suzuki VL125, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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